At James Beard Best New Restaurant finalist Restaurant Beatrice, chef-owner Michelle Carpenter serves up Southern, Creole, and Cajun brunch classics. Expect elegant dishes like shrimp and grits, vegan gumbo, and, of course, beignets. Restaurant Beatrice strives to say “Bienvenue to All!” with its sustainable and homemade approach to Louisiana cooking.

Moxies is perfect for group dining, with a large patio, TVs for sports games, a wraparound bar, and pieces of modern art. The restaurant’s brunch menu checks all the boxes for a classic American brunch: you’ll find egg sandwiches and farmers; hash as well as crab Benedict and Southwest-style dishes. Pair your meal with a drip coffee or a cocktail (non-alcoholic options are also available). You can also build-your-own mimosa.

The Mansion Restaurant at Rosewood Mansion is set in a building from the 1920s with elegant archways, stained glass windows, and white tablecloths. This fine-dining restaurant is run by executive chef Charles Olalia, who has created a French-leaning contemporary American menu. The brunch menu contains classics like eggs Benedict and huevos rancheros as well as waffles, tarts, and French pastries. Pair your meal with one of the drink specials.

Bistro 31 blends French, Spanish, and Italian influences into both its cuisine and its environment. With Murano crystal chandeliers, large arched windows, and white oak floors, it’s the perfect place to spend a sunny morning. The brunch menu contains a mix of European-inspired dishes and American favorites ranging from steak frites and Spanish octopus to avocado toast. Don’t miss the boulangerie, starring French pastries and croissants.

José is run by award-winning executive chef Anastacia Quiñones-Pittman and is inspired by Jalisco’s culinary scene. The dining room will transport you straight to Mexico with ceramics made by José Noe Suro of Ceramica Suro (the restaurant’s namesake) and hand-drawn murals on the walls. With a variety of breakfast tacos, enchiladas, carnitas hash, and concha breakfast tortas, it’s hard to go wrong here. Pair your brunch with a Mexican breakfast cocktail.

Saint Ann Restaurant and Bar got its start as Saint Ann’s Parochial School in 1927, and the spot’s historic past is reflected in its preserved structures and photographs. The restaurant also boasts an expansive garden patio. The Southern-inspired brunch menu is filled with upscale classics, including everything bagels, sweets, avocado and lobster toast, and smoked brisket hash. Enjoy these refined dishes in a historical yet relaxing environment.

Hudson House boasts an American-inspired menu inspired by East Coast cuisine, with fresh seafood and oysters flown in daily. The atmosphere exudes a lad-back, old-school vibe with a diner-style bar and cushioned booths. The brunch menu is small yet classic, with lox bagels, a brunch wrap, a Hudson sandwich, and oysters from the stellar raw bar. Hudson House has a second location in North Dallas, which matches the Lovers Lane menu and atmosphere.

Ida Claire is where you go for a Southern-inspired brunch.The restaurant is decorated with colorful cushioned booths and a patio. The large menu contains plenty of shareable plates and breakfast specialties, including a soft, pull-apart cinnamon roll and crawfish corn fritters. Mains include crème brûlée French toast, Southern-style quiche, and a New Orleans po’boy sandwich.

Mercat Bistro is known for its top-notch French cuisine and international ambiance. With white brick walls and dark cushioned chairs, it exudes a relaxing and contemporary vibe. The brunch menu contains French classics like the croque monsieur and quiche Lorraine, or you can opt for something a little heartier like steak and eggs. A variety of French-inspired breakfast cocktails are also available.